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Goa Beaches, Old Goa and Palolem Group Trip
Goa6 Days 5 Nightsgroup tour

Goa Beaches, Old Goa and Palolem Group Trip

Goa Beaches, Old Goa and Palolem Group Trip, photo 1
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Goa Beaches, Old Goa and Palolem Group Trip, photo 4

Duration

6 Days 5 Nights

Pickup

Goa Dabolim (GOI) or Mopa (GOX) Airport, or Madgaon Railway Station

Drop

Goa Dabolim (GOI) or Mopa (GOX) Airport, or Madgaon Railway Station

Type

Short-haul

Overview & Highlights

This group trip covers both sides of Goa over five nights, three in North Goa and two in South Goa. You see the beaches and forts of the north, the UNESCO-listed churches of Old Goa and the painted lanes of Fontainhas, with an evening river cruise on the Mandovi. You then travel south, stopping at a spice plantation near Ponda on the way, and spend a day at the crescent bay of Palolem. A trip captain travels with the group, and Indian meal options are available on request. The pace is easy, with free time on most days, which suits families, friends travelling together and senior parents.

  • Baga, Calangute and Anjuna beaches in North Goa
  • Fort Aguada and Chapora Fort viewpoints
  • Basilica of Bom Jesus and Se Cathedral in Old Goa
  • Fontainhas, Panjim's Latin Quarter, on foot
  • Evening river cruise on the Mandovi
  • Spice plantation visit near Ponda
  • A day at Palolem Beach and an evening at Colva
  • Trip captain with the group and Indian meal options on request

Itinerary

1Day 1: Arrival in Goa | Baga Beach Sunset
  • Arrive in Goa and meet your trip captain at the airport or railway station.
  • Transfer to your hotel in the Calangute and Baga area and check in.
  • Walk to Baga Beach for the sunset and settle in at leisure.
  • Overnight stay in North Goa.
2Day 2: Fort Aguada | Anjuna Beach | Chapora Fort
  • After breakfast, drive to Fort Aguada and its lighthouse at Candolim.
  • Continue to Anjuna Beach for time by the rocks and the sea.
  • Visit Chapora Fort above Vagator for views along the coast.
  • Return to the hotel and enjoy a free evening.
  • Overnight stay in North Goa.
3Day 3: Old Goa Churches | Fontainhas | Mandovi River Cruise
  • After breakfast, drive to Old Goa to see the Basilica of Bom Jesus and Se Cathedral.
  • Continue to Panjim and walk through the lanes of Fontainhas.
  • In the evening, board a river cruise on the Mandovi.
  • Return to your North Goa hotel after the cruise.
  • Overnight stay in North Goa.
4Day 4: North to South Goa | Spice Plantation | Colva Beach
  • After breakfast, check out and drive towards South Goa.
  • Stop at a spice plantation near Ponda for a guided walk and lunch.
  • Check in at your hotel in the Colva or Benaulim area.
  • Spend the evening on Colva Beach at your own pace.
  • Overnight stay in South Goa.
5Day 5: Palolem Beach Day
  • After breakfast, drive to Palolem Beach in Canacona, around an hour away.
  • Spend the day on the beach, with optional boat trips subject to season and sea conditions.
  • Enjoy lunch at a beach cafe at your own cost.
  • Return to your hotel in the evening.
  • Overnight stay in South Goa.
6Day 6: Departure from Goa
  • After breakfast, check out of the hotel.
  • Transfer to the airport or Madgaon railway station for your journey home.

Weather, road conditions and safety may require changes to the itinerary.

Inclusions

  • 3 nights hotel accommodation in North Goa on twin sharing
  • 2 nights hotel accommodation in South Goa on twin sharing
  • Daily breakfast at the hotel
  • AC vehicle for transfers and sightseeing as per itinerary
  • Transfer from North Goa to South Goa
  • Mandovi river cruise
  • Spice plantation visit with lunch as per itinerary
  • Old Goa, Fontainhas, forts and beach sightseeing as per itinerary
  • Services of a trip captain throughout the tour
  • Indian meal options on request, subject to availability
  • Assistance from our travel experts

Exclusions

  • Flights or trains to and from Goa
  • Lunches and dinners not mentioned in the itinerary
  • Personal expenses, laundry, tips and porterage
  • Camera fees and optional activities such as water sports
  • Entry fees and activities not listed under inclusions
  • GST as applicable
  • Anything not mentioned under inclusions

Other Info

Must carry

  • Valid government photo ID for every traveller
  • Flight or train tickets
  • Sunscreen, hat and sunglasses
  • Swimwear and a quick-dry towel
  • Light cotton clothing
  • Modest clothing for churches and temples
  • Comfortable sandals and walking shoes
  • Mosquito repellent and regular medicines

Notes

  • A valid government photo ID is required for every traveller, at hotel check-in and on flights and trains.
  • Standard hotel check-in is around 2 pm and check-out around 12 noon.
  • The order of the itinerary may change due to weather, road, traffic or operational conditions, without reducing the sights covered.
  • Rates and availability are confirmed at the time of booking.
  • Cancellation and refund are as per our Terms & Conditions.
  • From June to September the sea is rough; swimming, water sports and some beach shacks are usually closed, so we advise travelling between October and May.
  • Swim only in areas marked as safe and near lifeguards; the sea can be dangerous when red flags are shown.
  • Dress modestly at churches and temples, with shoulders and knees covered.
  • This is a group departure and runs on minimum numbers; we will inform you in advance if a departure needs to change.
  • A trip captain accompanies the group throughout.

See our Terms & Conditions for payment and cancellation rules.